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  MORE THAN A NAME
  by A.W. Tozer
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Summary: A.W. Tozer emphasizes that true worship goes beyond merely
invoking the name of Jesus; it requires a transformation of nature
through the Holy Spirit.

Topics: "True Worship", "Transformation"
Scripture References: Matthew 7:21, John 3:3, John 14:13-14, Romans 12:2, Galatians 2:20, Ephesians 2:10, Philippians 2:5, Colossians 3:10, 2 Peter 1:4, 1 John 3:2

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A.W. Tozer emphasizes that true worship goes beyond merely invoking the
name of Jesus; it requires a transformation of nature that aligns with
His will. He critiques the notion that there is a magical formula in
saying Jesus' name, asserting that genuine worship stems from a new
birth and a deep relationship with God. Tozer highlights that
understanding the nature of Jesus is essential for receiving His
promises and living a life reflective of His character. He references 2
Peter 1:4 to illustrate that believers are called to partake in the
divine nature, escaping worldly corruption. Ultimately, Tozer calls for
a deeper understanding and embodiment of Jesus' nature in our lives.

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There have always been professing Christians who argue and insist: "I am
all right-I worship in the name of Jesus." They seem to believe that
worship of God is based on a formula. They seem to think there is a kind
of magic in saying the name of Jesus! Study the Bible carefully with the
help of the Holy Spirit and you will find that the name and the nature
of Jesus are one. It is not enough to know how to spell Jesus' name! If
we have come to be like Him in nature, if we have come to the place of
being able to ask in accordance with His will, He will give us the good
things we desire and need.

We worship God as the result of a new birth from above in which God has
been pleased to give us more than a name.

He has given us a nature transformed, and Peter expresses that truth in
this way: Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious
promises, that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature,
having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.(2 Peter
1:4)

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